Job requirements Chemist in Canada
Find out what you typically need to work as a chemist in Canada. These requirements are applicable to all Chemists (NOC 21101).
Employment requirements
This is what you typically need for the job.
- A bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry or a related discipline is required.
- A master's or doctoral degree is usually required for employment as a research chemist.
- Licensing by a provincial association of chemists is required in Quebec and available but voluntary, in Nova Scotia, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia.
Professional certification and licensing
You might need to get a certification from a regulatory authority before you start working. Find out if this occupation is regulated and contact the regulatory authority to learn about the certification process.
Alberta
Job title
Chemists
Regulated
Regulatory body:
Association of the Chemical Profession of Alberta (ACPA)
Ontario
Job title
Chartered Chemist
Regulated
Regulatory body:
Association of the Chemical Profession of Ontario
Québec
Job title
Chemist
Regulated
Regulatory body:
Ordre des chimistes du Québec
Do you want to work in another province or territory?
If you are already certified to work in a regulated occupation in your province or territory, it will be easier for you to have your certification recognized in another province or territory. See the Workers Mobility's website to learn more.
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